The artwork titled “Solitaire/Queen of Hearts (Lili)” was created by Gerda Wegener in 1928. This portrait belongs to the Art Deco movement.
The artwork portrays a woman seated at a table, engaged in a game of solitaire. She is elegantly dressed in a short-sleeved, pink dress, her legs casually crossed, and is holding a Queen of Hearts card in one hand while a cigarette dangles from her lips. The woman’s makeup, including prominent eyeliner and lipstick, along with her bobbed hairstyle, reflects the fashion of the era. The table bears various playing cards, an open newspaper, and two glasses, suggesting a moment of leisure. Additionally, the background features a wooden cabinet adorned with decorative items, enhancing the scene’s intimate, domestic ambiance. The composition and elements epitomize the sophisticated and bold characteristics of the Art Deco movement.
